Infection Prevention & Control Clinical Nurse Specialist, Worthing
Client:
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Location:
Worthing, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
74a8c9c78805 Job Views:
6 Posted:
22.01.2025 Expiry Date:
08.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary Come and join the Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) team who are passionate about patient safety. We have an exciting opportunity for a band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist IPC based at Worthing Hospital. Responsibilities include surveillance, investigation, audits, and prevention strategies. The post holder will manage day-to-day activities of the IPC team and provide expert advice and education to staff, develop and update Trust policies, protocols, and guidelines. They will promote and initiate research-based practice and monitor the quality of the service provided. It is essential the post holder is fully aligned to the Infection Prevention Society Competency Framework and has a recognised infection prevention qualification or is working towards one. Main duties of the job Manage the day-to-day activities of the Infection Prevention and Control Team. Provide expert advice and education to staff, develop and update Trust policies, protocols, and guidelines. Promote and initiate research-based practice and monitor the quality of the service provided. Plan and participate in audits to assess clinical practice and compliance with Trust policies. Work in conjunction with the Matrons for Infection Prevention and Control and the seniors in IPC to implement infection prevention strategic plans. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff, which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career, we will help you to grow and develop. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Candidate Information Pack: Job responsibilities Communication Communicate IPC information effectively in a verbal and/or written form at an appropriate level to the target audience that may include the multidisciplinary team, patients, and visitors. Recognise and appropriately escalate incidents and outbreaks, and identify evidence required to determine the nature, scale, and prevention strategies with the support of the Matron and Lead Nurse for IPC. Risk Management Design, implement and/or utilise existing effective surveillance systems to inform practice based on epidemiological principles. Assess any IPC related risks and provide advice on their prevention and control and design, construction, modification, and maintenance of facilities. Participate in the environmental audit programme, and assist clinical areas with developing action plans, receiving action plans, and managing change in accordance with research-based evidence. People Management and Development Manage the day-to-day clinical activities of the IPC service. Manage staff including off duty, annual leave, and sickness absence management which may require one-to-one meetings. Develop, coach, assess, and encourage team members to practice effectively and efficiently providing feedback when and where appropriate. Patient Care Delivery Support, facilitate and where necessary lead on clinical audit projects in partnership with other specialties as necessary, to promote a high standard of patient care. Assess the IPC risks associated with equipment and the environment and advise on appropriate actions to optimise decontamination processes promoting patient safety. Learning and Development Utilise the Infection Prevention Society (IPS) competency framework for infection prevention and control practitioners identifying areas for development. Participate in the development and delivery of IPC training and education, including novel media such as podcasts and webinars. Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details. Experience/ Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse (Level 1) Degree level, with significant post-registration experience. Desirable A teaching qualification ENB 998 or equivalent. Qualification in IPC - first degree or Masters. Skills Essential Excellent record keeping skills. Competent at delivering lectures and presentations to large groups of people. Ability to inspire others and use tact, diplomacy, persuasion, etc. as well as authority and assertiveness skills. Desirable Strategies for delivering information effectively. Be able to deal with complex situations, break bad news and manage difficult situations sensitively. People management and development Essential Able to manage and develop staff using appraisal process, conduct individual one-to-one meetings. Freedom to act Essential To work as an expert practitioner, delivering a safe infection prevention service. Specific requirements Desirable Flexible approach to work, able to respond to situations which require immediate attention. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Location:
Worthing, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
74a8c9c78805 Job Views:
6 Posted:
22.01.2025 Expiry Date:
08.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary Come and join the Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) team who are passionate about patient safety. We have an exciting opportunity for a band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist IPC based at Worthing Hospital. Responsibilities include surveillance, investigation, audits, and prevention strategies. The post holder will manage day-to-day activities of the IPC team and provide expert advice and education to staff, develop and update Trust policies, protocols, and guidelines. They will promote and initiate research-based practice and monitor the quality of the service provided. It is essential the post holder is fully aligned to the Infection Prevention Society Competency Framework and has a recognised infection prevention qualification or is working towards one. Main duties of the job Manage the day-to-day activities of the Infection Prevention and Control Team. Provide expert advice and education to staff, develop and update Trust policies, protocols, and guidelines. Promote and initiate research-based practice and monitor the quality of the service provided. Plan and participate in audits to assess clinical practice and compliance with Trust policies. Work in conjunction with the Matrons for Infection Prevention and Control and the seniors in IPC to implement infection prevention strategic plans. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff, which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career, we will help you to grow and develop. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Candidate Information Pack: Job responsibilities Communication Communicate IPC information effectively in a verbal and/or written form at an appropriate level to the target audience that may include the multidisciplinary team, patients, and visitors. Recognise and appropriately escalate incidents and outbreaks, and identify evidence required to determine the nature, scale, and prevention strategies with the support of the Matron and Lead Nurse for IPC. Risk Management Design, implement and/or utilise existing effective surveillance systems to inform practice based on epidemiological principles. Assess any IPC related risks and provide advice on their prevention and control and design, construction, modification, and maintenance of facilities. Participate in the environmental audit programme, and assist clinical areas with developing action plans, receiving action plans, and managing change in accordance with research-based evidence. People Management and Development Manage the day-to-day clinical activities of the IPC service. Manage staff including off duty, annual leave, and sickness absence management which may require one-to-one meetings. Develop, coach, assess, and encourage team members to practice effectively and efficiently providing feedback when and where appropriate. Patient Care Delivery Support, facilitate and where necessary lead on clinical audit projects in partnership with other specialties as necessary, to promote a high standard of patient care. Assess the IPC risks associated with equipment and the environment and advise on appropriate actions to optimise decontamination processes promoting patient safety. Learning and Development Utilise the Infection Prevention Society (IPS) competency framework for infection prevention and control practitioners identifying areas for development. Participate in the development and delivery of IPC training and education, including novel media such as podcasts and webinars. Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details. Experience/ Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse (Level 1) Degree level, with significant post-registration experience. Desirable A teaching qualification ENB 998 or equivalent. Qualification in IPC - first degree or Masters. Skills Essential Excellent record keeping skills. Competent at delivering lectures and presentations to large groups of people. Ability to inspire others and use tact, diplomacy, persuasion, etc. as well as authority and assertiveness skills. Desirable Strategies for delivering information effectively. Be able to deal with complex situations, break bad news and manage difficult situations sensitively. People management and development Essential Able to manage and develop staff using appraisal process, conduct individual one-to-one meetings. Freedom to act Essential To work as an expert practitioner, delivering a safe infection prevention service. Specific requirements Desirable Flexible approach to work, able to respond to situations which require immediate attention. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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